Columnist Tony Dean says the Liberal government's new legislation would fill large gaps in consumer protection and road safety, including in the rough-and-tumble auto towing industry ...
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Dean: Reading the tea leaves on spending and savings
Columnist Tony Dean observes how the fall economic statement will be closely watched by political junkies and the financial community - especially considering the Liberals' ambitious infrastructure plans and complication ...
Dean: In Ebola crisis, lessons from SARS come in handy
Columnist Tony Dean observes there has been an pro-active, but appropriately measured, response from Ontario health officials that makes the safety of front-line health workers a top priority. ...
Dean: Bending the cost curve in health spending
Columnist Tony Dean admits he was skeptical that the government could rein in health care spending but reports that significant progress is being made: It boils down to how the system is funded. ...
Dean: It’s time to get rid of red tape inside government
Columnist Tony Dean says rules governing public-sector travel expenses, training and procurement have become excessive in reaction to just a few bad apples. ...
Dean: Four years is a lifetime in opposition, a blink of the eye in government
Columnist Tony Dean says Kathleen Wynne's Liberal government has a clear plan for its activist agenda over the next four years. ...
Dean: Policy challenges force governments to tackle numbers
Columnist Tony Dean describes how Health Links, a program designed to co-ordinate tcare for people with complex health needs, not only brings efficiencies to the system but is beneficial for the patients too. ...
Dean: Yet another big hole to fill in deputy minister ranks
Columnist Tony Dean observes there has been a spate of departures of high-ranking civil servants, through retirements and career advancements, but the OPS is blessed with solid bench strength. ...
Dean: AMAPCEO deal sets new tone in employee relations
Columnist Tony Dean reports that the contract ratified by the government's professional staff is as much about 'building on a dialogue of respect and professionalism,' according to union leader Gary Gannage. ...
Dean: Wallace, Wouters and Pennachetti make it a hat trick
New leaders in public services at Parliament Hill, Queen's Park and Toronto City Hall will usher in an era of change. ...
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